Must-read books by Ana Carolina Shibata
Check out the reading recommendations from Ana Carolina Shibata, head commercial
By Itaú Private Bank

From Russia to the hinterlands of Bahia, from the former CEO of Disney to the current CEO of Tesla, it's possible to gain valuable insights and profound reflections from the most diverse places and authors. In our new edition of reading tips, Ana Carolina Shibata, our commercial head, shares the stories that have most impacted her in recent months.
Check out the recommendations:
“Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man's Fight for Justice” by Bill Browder
Based on the real story of the author, a political activist and co-founder of an investment fund that became the largest foreign investor in Russia, the book blends police cases, criminal thrillers, and adventures in the financial world as it exposes the behind-the-scenes of Russian politics, business, and kleptocracy.
“The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company” by Robert Iger
Written by one of the leading CEOs in the U.S., the book shares the lessons learned by Bob Iger while managing over 200,000 employees during his 15 years at the helm of Disney, a period in which the company tripled in value, sharing fundamental principles for true leadership, such as optimism, courage, and fairness.
“Elon Musk” by Walter Isaacson
A Pulitzer Prize winner and one of the most important biographers of our time, the author details Musk's personal and professional journey in this book, revealing what lies behind one of the world's richest, most influential, and controversial men, while also sharing insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology.
“Crooked Plow” by Itamar Vieira Junior
Winner of the Jabuti Prize, this 2019 Brazilian novel tells the story of two sisters marked by a childhood accident and portrays themes such as racism, land disputes, and contemporary slavery in the hinterlands of Chapada Diamantina through a melodious and engaging plot.
Happy reading!